Underground Paste Crew Pro - NZ Mine (FIFO)

Macmahon; Sydney; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation allowance

Job summary

Macmahon Underground is returning to New Zealand and seeking experienced Paste Crew to join our team at the Snowy River Gold Mine Project near Reefton on New Zealand's South Island.

As part of this exciting opportunity, Macmahon will deliver underground development, production and backfill services from October 2026. You will monitor paste fill systems, install and maintain underground infrastructure, and help ensure safety and efficiency on site.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted manual NZ drivers licence (essential).
• Current Forklift Licence and/or IT Carrier ticket.
• Working at Heights and Dangerous Goods training is preferred.
• IT tickets and site-specific safety procedures must be followed.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and operate paste fill reticulation infrastructure and piping.
• Install and maintain bulk heads and walls.
• Install and maintain underground infrastructure such as vent doors, escapeways, ladders and fixed pumping equipment.
• Maintain detailed records of paste fill activities and report discrepancies.
• Champion safe work practices and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Paste Crew experience

Tools

Forklift Licence

IT Carrier ticket

NZ Class 1 Manual Licence

Job description

Macmahon Underground is returning to New Zealand and seeking experienced Paste Crew to join our team at the Snowy River Gold Mine Project near Reefton on New Zealand's South Island.

As part of this exciting opportunity, Macmahon will deliver underground development, production and backfill services from October 2026. You will monitor paste fill systems, install and maintain underground infrastructure, and help ensure safety and efficiency on site.